Luxury Holidays, Weekend Breaks and Short Breaks in Central, East & North East Scotland
Planning a luxury holiday, short or weekend breaks in Central, East & North East Scotland? Listed below are Britain's Finest places to stay, visit and eat in Central, East & North East Scotland to help you plan luxury holidays, weekend breaks and short breaks.
Breadalbane Folklore Centre (Attraction / Activity)
Killin, Perth & Kinross
Spend a while in this enchanting spot - and you´ll find out what makes Scotland´s ´High Country´ so special. Trace the story of Scotland´s clans, and... more
Brodie Castle (Garden)
Brodie, Forres, Moray, Aberdeenshire
The National Trust for Scotland is working to identify, propagate and distribute them more widely. Explore the sheltered woodland walks with the abundant rhododendrons and stroll... more
Blair Castle Garden (Garden)
Blair Atholl, Pitlochry, Perth & Kinross
Named after the life-sized statue of Hercules which overlooks it, the garden incorporates landscaped ponds and plantings. Other features include statues, urns, a Chinese bridge and... more
Crail Golfing Society (Golf Course)
Balcomie Clubhouse, Crail, Fife
No wonder Old Tom Morris. who designed it, described it as his favourite course... more
Easter Sluie (Bed & Breakfast)
Banchory, Aberdeenshire
Breakfast includes fresh local produce including free range eggs, sausages from the local butcher and homemade bread. A range of excellent pubs and restaurants are found... more
Duntrune House (Bed & Breakfast)
Main Wing, Duntrune House, Duntrune, Dundee, Angus
All bedrooms face south. Large, free, private parking area... more
Alexander House (Self Catering)
Auchterarder, Perth & Kinross
An ideal holiday choice for large parties, Alexander House has seven en-suite bedrooms, a drying cupboard and cloakroom, exquisite furnishings, a hot tub and four acres... more
Opus One Restaurant (Restaurant)
New County Hotel, 22/30 County Place, Perth, Perth & Kinross
So settle into to your high back leather chair and enjoy breast of marinated pigeon with celeriac remoulade and apple vinaigrette, followed by roasted breast of... more
Drum Castle (Garden)
Drumoak, Banchory, Aberdeenshire
The tea and floribunda roses seen today are the products of years of hybridising. Seven groups of roses are featured, from the historic Gallica group to... more
Creagan House (Small Hotel / Inn)
Strathyre, Callander, Stirlingshire
The bedrooms are traditionally furnished with many antiques, come with thoughtful little extras like flowers and lovely linens. The Baronial Dining Room, with its grand fireplace,... more
The Peat Inn (Small Hotel / Inn)
near St Andrews, Cupar, Fife
The inn has existed on this spot since the 1700s. Three small dining rooms make up the Michelin starred restaurant, providing an intimate setting for lunch... more
Monachyle Mhor (Hotel)
Balquhidder, Lochearnhead, Perth & Kinross
This is Rob Roy country, a romantic landscape that has inspired countless legends. The hotel rooms and suites are all individually decorated to the highest standard,... more
Brodie Castle (Historic House)
Brodie Castle, Brodie, Forres, Moray
It contains fine French furniture, English, Continental and Chinese porcelain and a major collection of paintings, including 17th century Dutch art, 19th century English watercolours, Scottish... more
The Grange (Bed & Breakfast)
45 Pittenweem Road, Anstruther, Fife
The world famous Old Course at St Andrews is just a short drive away. Sun lounge with sea view is a beautifully restful room for our... more
Famous Grouse Experience (Attraction / Activity)
Glen Turret, The Hosh, Crieff, Perth & Kinross
You can learn how single malt is made and how the blendings are done to produce Scotland´s favourite whisky... more
Rock House Cottages (Self Catering)
Achianich, Kenmore, Aberfeldy, Perth & Kinross
Like all parts of the Highlands, visitors to Rock House will have numerous natural environments and mountain splendour to enjoy, together with a sampling of Scottish... more
Kellie Castle & Garden (Garden)
Pittenweem, Fife
See clipped box, rose-covered trellis and enjoy woodland or meadow walks. The orchard has wall-trained fruit trees and an organically maintained vegetable garden... more
Glenmore House (Bed & Breakfast)
23 Claremont, Alloa, Clackmannanshire
We are situated in an exclusive area within the town and are close to both motorway and railway. We have 3 double rooms to choose from,... more
Perth Museum & Art Gallery (Museum / Art Gallery)
George Street, Perth, Perth & Kinross
In the archaeology section are items from the medieval excavations in Perth. There is a programme of changing exhibitions and events throughout the year... more
Grenich Steading (Bed & Breakfast)
Strathtummel, Pitlochry, Perth & Kinross
Breakfast is made to order, and wherever possible, local produce is used. Dinner available Oct to Mar only... more
Blairhullichan (Self Catering)
The Garden Wing, Kinlochard, Aberfoyle, Stirling, Stirlingshire
There are many historic and myth-inspiring sites throughout the Trossachs and opportunities for wildlife and birdwatching. The famous Loch Lomond is a short drive away, as... more
The Seafood Restaurant (Restaurant)
Bruce Embankment, St Andrews, Fife
The restaurant lives up to its billing by serving simple, fresh seafood but with a creative spin. Begin with a half dozen Kilbrandon oysters served with... more
Banchory Lodge (Hotel)
Dee Street, Banchory, Aberdeenshire
The bedrooms are traditionally decorated and furnished many having river views. The hotel bar is dominated by an ornately carved oak counter complimenting original paintings and... more
Barley Bree (Small Hotel / Inn)
6 Willoughby Street, Muthill, Crieff, Perth & Kinross
Bedrooms are individually designed with modern furnishings whilst retaining some of the traditional features such as the fireplaces and big windows. The restaurant is cosy with... more
House of Dun & Montrose Basin Nature Reserve (Historic House)
Montrose, Angus
Inside are collections of family portraits, 18th and 19th century furniture and porcelain. Also on display are examples of the embroidery of Lady Augusta, daughter of... more
Sunbank House Hotel (Small Hotel / Inn)
50 Dundee Road, Perth, Perth & Kinross
Sunbank House Hotel is one of only two 4 star hotels in Perth, andalso one of only 2 Perth hotels to feature in the Good Hotel... more
Macduff Marine Aquarium (Attraction / Activity)
11 High Shore, MacDuff, Aberdeenshire
Other displays include an estuary exhibit, splash tank, rock pools, deep reef exhibit, ray pool and touch pools. There are talks, videos and feeding shows throughout... more
Loch of the Lowes Visitor Centre (Attraction / Activity)
Scottish Wildlife Trust, Dunkeld, Perth & Kinross
Adjacent hide with views of breeding osprey and wildfowl. Occasional sightings of deer and otter... more
Callendar House (Museum / Art Gallery)
Callendar Estate, Falkirk
In the grounds is a magnificent Georgian Garden growing traditional plants from the period... more
The Apron Stage (Restaurant)
5 King Street, Stanley, Perth, Perth & Kinross
The menu is dictated by seasonal and market availability but expect to dine on the likes of garden sorrel and spinach soup, followed by breast of... more
Ballathie House Hotel (Hotel)
Kinclaven, Stanley, Perth & Kinross
Many original features remain giving an air of classical elegance matched with a warm and welcoming ambience. Each room is individually decorated and elegantly furnished to... more
The Wee Restaurant (Restaurant)
17 Main Street, North Queensferry, Fife
But there’s nothing small about the food of chef Craig Wood who learnt his craft with luminaries including Michelin starred Martin Wishart and revered American chef... more
Rufflets Hotel (Hotel)
Strathkinness Low Road, St Andrews, Fife
The twenty four individually styled and tastefully decorated bedrooms, including two suites, are all furnished in a blend of contemporary and antique styles, creating a homely... more
Crathes Castle (Historic House)
Banchory, Aberdeenshire
The ancient Horn of Leys was presented by Bruce to the family as a symbol of his gift. Some of the castle rooms retain original painted... more
Kellie Castle (Historic House)
Pittenweem, Anstruther, Fife
Among the contents are magnificent plaster ceilings, painted panelling and furniture designed by Sir Robert Lorimer, son of James Lorimer. In 1948 the castle was purchased... more
Fairmont St Andrews (Hotel)
St Andrews, Fife
For that extra touch of luxury why not stay in one of the spacious suites with their separate living areas perfect for business or leisure guests.... more
Deeside Hotel (Small Hotel / Inn)
45 Braemar Road, Ballater, Aberdeenshire
The nine bedrooms include two easy access ground floor rooms and a canopied four-poster bed for those romantic escapes! The restaurant offers modern Scottish cooking in... more
Dunnikier House Hotel (Small Hotel / Inn)
Dunnikier Park, Kirkcaldy, Fife
Multi award winning chef. The varied menus combine traditional Scottish cooking with imaginative touches... more
63 Tay Street (Restaurant)
Perth, Perth & Kinross
Seasonality is key to the robust menu selection, where British and Scottish classics are given a modern makeover. You’ll find the likes of braised Oban oysters,... more
The Four Seasons Hotel (Hotel)
Lochside, St Fillans, Perth & Kinross
All twelve bedrooms are spacious and many enjoy uninterrupted views down Loch Earn. Awarded AA 2 Red Rosettes for fine dining, The Four Seasons boasts two... more
Old Course Hotel, Golf Resort & Spa (Hotel)
St Andrews, Fife
Kohler Waters Spa is rated amongst the top UK Spas and provides an outstanding spa experience, including a thermal suite featuring a hydrotherapy pool, plunge pool,... more
Kinnettles Castle (Hotel)
Forfar, Angus
Set in the heart of the Angus countryside Kinnettles Castle mixes classic architecture with striking and sumptuous interiors. Complete with its own luxury bar, pool and... more
Balbirnie House Hotel (Hotel)
Balbirnie Park, Markinch Village, Glenrothes, Fife
Balbirnie has the accolade of 4 AA red stars. The hotel has 30 individually designed guest bedrooms, elegant public rooms, the original Library Bar, a choice... more
Stirling Old Town Jail (Attraction / Activity)
St John Street, Stirling, Stirlingshire
Audio tour, Souvenir and Gift Shop... more
Callendar House (Historic House)
Callendar Estate, Falkirk
Step back in time in the working Georgian kitchen, see fascinating items from Falkirk Museums' vast collection or enjoy one of the exciting temporary exhibitions... more
St Andrews Links (Eden) (Golf Course)
Pilmour House, St Andrews, Fife
Remodelled by Donald Steel in 1989, retains the charm and the natural features of the others with the deep bunkering, uneven lies and undulating greens. Unusually... more
Blairgowrie Golf Club (Golf Course)
Golf Course Road, Rosemount, Blairgowrie, Perth & Kinross
James Braid later had an input into the new Rosemount course that opened for play in 1934, using some of McKenzie’s original holes. Rosemount has hosted... more
Quarter (Bed & Breakfast)
Denny, Stirlingshire
With Stirling, Perth and the Scottish Highlands to our immediate north, Quarter offers the ideal central location for touring Scotland. Quarter is also next door to... more
Cellar Restaurant (Restaurant)
24 East Green, Anstruther, Fife
Signature dishes including shell fish bisque topped with gruyere cheese and baked in the oven and langoustine tart have been on the menu since the restaurant... more
Warthill (Bed & Breakfast)
Meiklewartle, Inverurie, Aberdeenshire
Ideally situated in the heart of Aberdeenshire for the Castle and Whisky Trails, also standing stones, golf, pony trekking, walking, fishing, clay pigeon shooting and quad... more